Welcome back to another Free Rein Friday! In this special episode, Pippa returns from an incredible week at the FEI World Equestrian Games in Aachen.

We dive into the "battle of the titans" in the eventing world, celebrate the phenomenal British results across Dressage and Show Jumping, and share the inspiring stories of horse and rider partnerships that truly shone on the world stage.

We also look ahead to the wide-open competition at Burghley, announce our exciting live show plans (come say hi!), and take a moment to answer a very moving listener question about finding the confidence to get back in the saddle after a tragic loss.

We'll be interviewing equestrian power couple William and Alice Fox Pitt at the Musto Stand at Burghley after the Dressage (at around 4pm) on Friday 4th.

Don't forget to use code TALKHORSE10 for 10% off your London International Horse Show tickets throughout August!

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Olympic event rider and equestrian entrepreneur Rachael Faulkner joins Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps on Talk Horse.

Rachael shares her journey from growing up with horses in England and Canada to fulfilling a childhood dream of representing Team Canada at the Barcelona Olympics — and why reaching that goal ultimately led her to step away from competitive riding.

She also reveals stories from training with Captain Mark Phillips, breakfast with Princess Anne, an unexpected positive drug test on the road to the Olympics, and how she went on to transform Tweeseldown into one of Britain’s best-known equestrian venues.

Plus, Rachael discusses building the Lucinda Green XC Academy with Eventing legend Lucinda Green and her work helping to shape the future of British Eventing.

Have questions, anecdotes or stories? Send them to [email protected] for a chance to have them featured on an upcoming Free Rein Friday episode.

With thanks to the London International Horse Show. Use code TALKHORSE10 during August for 10% off tickets.

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Welcome back to another Free Rein Friday on Talk Horse! 🐎 Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps dive into your questions and share some behind-the-scenes stories from the equestrian world. Pippa reveals how her beloved children's book series, "Tilly's Pony Tails," actually came to be (and whether we'll ever see Tilly grow up!). We also tackle a listener dilemma: what do you do when your horse seems "too careful" for eventing? Pippa shares her expert advice on reading your horse’s confidence and knowing when to stick with a discipline or try something new. Plus, we answer a brilliant question about making the leap to becoming a professional rider—proving it's never too late to chase your equestrian dreams. In this episode: The origin story of the Tilly books Advice for adult novices aiming to go pro Tristan’s dream equestrian discipline Understanding horse "carefulness" in eventing vs. show jumping Our new listener game: Lone Ranger! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and send in your questions for next week! [email protected] #TalkHorse #PippaFunnell #EquestrianPodcast #Eventing #HorseTraining #TillysPonyTails #FreeReinFriday

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Part of Britain’s gold-medal-winning team, Gemma Stevens joins Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps for the latest episode of Talk Horse, recorded just before the team’s success at the Eventing World Championships in Aachen.

Gemma is a powerhouse and a rarity in the equestrian world - competing at the highest levels of both eventing and international show jumping. From growing up at her mother’s riding school to representing Great Britain at the Rio Olympics, her career has been anything but ordinary. In this episode, we dive into how Gemma manages to jump 1.50m tracks one day and tackle four-star cross-country the next, the fascinating story behind the clones of legendary stallion Chilly Morning, her Olympic ambitions and what she’s doing to prepare her current string of horses for LA 2028. Have questions, anecdotes, or stories? Leave a comment below for a chance to have them featured on an upcoming Free Rein Friday episode or email [email protected]

With thanks to the London International Horse Show. Use code TALKHORSE10 during August for 10% off tickets. https://londonhorseshow.com/

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It’s Free Rein Friday, and Pippa and Tristan are tackling the important questions in life, like if money, time and skill was no object, which horses from all disciplines would they have in their dream stable? Pippa gets candid about imposter syndrome and whether even an Olympic champion can sometimes wonder if they’re good enough, while there’s a vital update from the Funnell vegetable patch. Plus, Tristan adds “wildlife rescuer” to his CV after coming to the aid of a baby bird. Just your average Friday at Talk Horse. Horses, honesty, home-grown veg and a very small feathered guest. What more could you want from Free Rein Friday? Do send you questions below or drop us a line at [email protected]

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Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are joined in the studio by European Young Rider Champion Rachel Proudley and top international showjumper, and her mentor and owner, Richard Howley, From fearlessly tackling 7ft Puissance walls to producing 5-star showjumpers, Rachel and Richard share an insider look into the high-stakes world of showjumping. They dive into Rachels non-horsey origins, the mental toughness required for big wall jumping, and what it really takes to build a successful career producing top talent at HK Horses.

Have questions, anecdotes, or stories? Leave a comment below for a chance to have them featured on an upcoming Free Rein Friday episode or email [email protected]

With thanks to the London International Horse Show. Use code TALKHORSE10 during August for 10% off tickets. https://londonhorseshow.com/

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It's time for another Free Rein Friday – your bonus dose of Pippa and Tristan! ❤️

This week, the conversation turns to training outside the saddle, gym rivalries and why Tristan has sworn off Reformer Pilates after one unforgettable session.

Plus we're answering more of your questions! And if you have one for Pippa and Tristan please drop us a line on [email protected]

🎧 New full episodes of Talk Horse every Wednesday, with Free Rein Fridays bringing you extra laughs and behind-the-scenes conversations every Friday.

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One of our most requested guests joins us this week, as eventing royalty Mary King sits down with Pippa and Tristan in the studio.

After an extraordinary 46 seasons at the top of the sport, Mary recently announced her retirement. She looks back on six Olympic Games, 13 championship medals and unforgettable victories at Badminton, Burghley and Kentucky.

From a completely unhorsey background to the very top of her game, Mary never took the easy route. She reflects on competing while pregnant, returning after serious injury, producing a homebred five-star winner and supporting her daughter Emily’s own career.

This is the remarkable story of one of eventing’s most admired and enduring stars. We’ll definitely need to get her back. 

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Your new Friday tradition starts now! What better way to get you in the mood for a weekend of galloping, trotting and mucking out than Free Rein Fridays? Join Pippa and Tristan as they chew the fat, discuss the latest gossip and dole out their advice. It’s your chance to hear Pippa’s wisdom, Tristan’s jokes and get your burning questions answered. Email us on [email protected] or drop us a line on social media. The Talk Horse Podcast just got a weekend upgrade.

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This week we welcome the multitalented Ashleigh, or Ash, Wallace to the podcast. Her career spans over 20 years in elite sport, supporting athletes across seven Olympic cycles, and boy does she have some fabulous wisdom to impart. Whether you're an elite rider, a weekend trotter or anyone wanting to improve your health this is the episode for you!

From representing South Africa in hockey to becoming an internationally renowned physiotherapist and, crucially for Talk Horse, former Head of Human Sports Science and Medicine at British Equestrian. She shares her unique perspective on why managing health is a complex problem that requires "collective wisdom" and interdependent teams. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and join our Talk Horse community!

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How do you build an Olympic showjumping team from the ground up?

In this episode of Talk Horse, Pippa Funnell is joined by UAE Olympians Omar Abdul Aziz Al Marzouqi and Abdulla Mohd Al-Marri to discuss the incredible rise of showjumping in the United Arab Emirates.

They reflect on their journey to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, training under William Funnell, the horses that helped them reach the sport's biggest stage, and the ambition driving UAE equestrian sport forward.

The conversation also explores the importance of strong foundations, developing young riders, balancing elite competition with family life, and why representing your country is about far more than results.

It's an inspiring insight into one of the fastest-growing nations in international showjumping - and the people leading the charge.

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